How to design and build furniture
  • 1. What is the first step in designing a piece of furniture?
A) Choosing the wood type
B) Sketching a design
C) Determining the furniture's function and user needs
D) Building a prototype
  • 2. Which of these is NOT a common wood joint?
A) Mortise and tenon joint
B) Dovetail joint
C) Brick joint
D) Lap joint
  • 3. What is 'kerf'?
A) A design style
B) A tool for measuring angles
C) A type of wood finish
D) The width of the cut made by a saw blade
  • 4. Which tool is best for cutting curves in wood?
A) Miter saw
B) Bandsaw
C) Table saw
D) Circular saw
  • 5. What is the purpose of wood filler?
A) To protect the wood from moisture
B) To strengthen the wood
C) To fill imperfections in the wood surface
D) To add color to the wood
  • 6. What is the main purpose of applying a finish to furniture?
A) To make the furniture easier to assemble
B) To make the furniture heavier
C) To change the wood type
D) To protect the wood and enhance its appearance
  • 7. Which of these is a softwood?
A) Pine
B) Maple
C) Oak
D) Walnut
  • 8. What is 'grain direction' in wood?
A) The age of the tree
B) The alignment of wood fibers
C) The color of the wood
D) The hardness of the wood
  • 9. What is a jig?
A) A specific type of wood
B) A tool that guides another tool for accuracy and repeatability
C) A small decorative piece
D) A type of wood finish
  • 10. What is the purpose of a wood conditioner?
A) To make the wood waterproof
B) To prepare the wood for staining by ensuring even absorption
C) To add a glossy shine to the wood
D) To strengthen the wood fibers
  • 11. Which type of saw is typically used for making accurate crosscuts?
A) Bandsaw
B) Miter saw
C) Table saw
D) Rip saw
  • 12. What is 'rabbet'?
A) A woodworking clamp
B) A type of wood glue
C) A type of screw
D) A recess cut along the edge of a piece of wood
  • 13. What is the best way to prevent wood from splitting when screwing near the edge?
A) Predrill a pilot hole
B) Use a hammer instead of a screwdriver
C) Use a larger screw
D) Overtighten the screw
  • 14. What is the purpose of sanding wood?
A) To smooth the surface and prepare it for finishing
B) To remove knots
C) To change the color of the wood
D) To make the wood stronger
  • 15. Which of these is a hardwood?
A) Cherry
B) Spruce
C) Cedar
D) Fir
  • 16. What is the purpose of a 'story stick'?
A) To stir wood stain
B) To mark cut lines
C) To apply glue
D) To transfer measurements accurately and avoid errors
  • 17. Which clamp is best for holding large, irregular shapes?
A) C-clamp
B) Spring clamp
C) Bar clamp
D) Hand screw clamp
  • 18. What is 'wood movement'?
A) The process of applying finish
B) The expansion and contraction of wood due to changes in humidity
C) The natural growth of trees
D) The process of drying wood
  • 19. What is 'shellac'?
A) A wood finish made from insect resin
B) A woodworking tool
C) A type of wood
D) A type of wood glue
  • 20. What is the purpose of applying multiple coats of finish?
A) To use less finish
B) To provide better protection and a smoother surface
C) To change the color of the finish
D) To make the finish dry faster
  • 21. Which type of drawing is best for showing the overall dimensions and appearance of a finished piece?
A) Orthographic projection
B) Sketch
C) Exploded view
D) Assembly drawing
  • 22. What is a 'chamfer'?
A) A beveled edge that removes a sharp corner
B) A type of wood joint
C) A type of wood grain
D) A woodworking tool
  • 23. What is the primary benefit of using engineered wood like plywood or MDF?
A) Easier to cut and shape
B) More attractive grain patterns
C) Lower cost than solid wood
D) Increased stability and resistance to warping
  • 24. When should you use a respirator mask in woodworking?
A) Only when working with hardwoods
B) When sanding, sawing, or applying finishes that produce dust or fumes
C) Never, as it restricts breathing
D) Only when using power tools
  • 25. What is 'woodworking layout'?
A) Arranging wood pieces for aesthetic appeal
B) The process of accurately marking cut lines and joinery locations
C) Applying wood finish
D) Selecting the best type of wood for a project
  • 26. What is 'cupping' in lumber?
A) A type of wood finish
B) A warp across the width of a board, making it concave
C) A knot in the wood
D) A woodworking technique
  • 27. What is the difference between a rip cut and a crosscut?
A) Rip cut is used for hardwoods, crosscut for softwoods.
B) Rip cut goes with the grain, crosscut goes across the grain.
C) Rip cut is used for thin pieces, crosscut for thick pieces.
D) Rip cut is done with a hand saw, crosscut with a power saw.
  • 28. What is a 'template' used for in woodworking?
A) To create identical copies of a shape or design
B) To sharpen woodworking tools
C) To measure the moisture content of wood
D) To apply wood glue evenly
  • 29. Which of the following is NOT a common cause of woodworking accidents?
A) Using sharp tools
B) Working when tired
C) Lack of focus
D) Not using safety equipment
  • 30. What is a 'mortise gauge' used for?
A) Marking parallel lines for mortise and tenon joints
B) Measuring the depth of a hole
C) Measuring angles
D) Measuring the moisture content of wood
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